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Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain plus Lunch included
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Rio de Janeiro City Tour with Tickets to Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain plus Lunch included

by Passeio Rio

8 hours
Rio de Janeiro
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This full-day bus tour in Rio de Janeiro lasts about 8 to 9 hours and includes visits to several key landmarks with admission tickets and lunch provided. The tour starts with a van ride up to the Christ the Redeemer statue. After an 80-minute stop, visitors climb a flight of stairs to reach the statue, which stands 30 meters tall with 28-meter arms. The site offers views over Tijuca Forest, surrounding mountains, and Guanabara Bay. The itinerary includes crossing the Tijuca Forest by van, one of the world’s largest urban forests with diverse wildlife and vegetation. Next, the group visits Mirante Dona Marta viewpoint for a 20-minute stop to see panoramic views of Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and the city center. Afterward, the tour stops at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian for 20 minutes to observe its distinctive 75-meter tall modern architecture that holds up to 20,000 people. The route continues to Maua Square for 10 minutes to view this cultural area near the port and city center, including the Museum of Tomorrow, where there is a 15-minute stop to see the futuristic building and hear commentary. The tour then moves to Cinelândia square for 10 minutes, known for historic cinemas and old architecture, followed by a 15-minute external visit to the Classical Municipal Theater inspired by the Paris Opera. Lunch is served at a buffet-style restaurant offering a variety of dishes including Feijoada, a local specialty; drinks and desserts are not included. The afternoon includes visits to the Arcos da Lapa aqueduct, a historic 270-meter structure with 42 arches, and the colorful Selarón Staircase, decorated with over 2,000 tiles along 215 steps, where visitors spend 25 minutes. The final stop is Sugarloaf Mountain. Visitors take the cable car from Praia Vermelha to Morro da Urca station, then transfer to the top station. The cable car ride offers multiple spectacular views of Rio, with four cable car boardings in total. The stop lasts 80 minutes before the return trip. Hotel pickup and drop-off from main hotels in the south side and downtown are included, along with live commentary during the van transport.

Highlights

Visit Christ the Redeemer with 80-minute stop and stair climb
Cable car ride to Sugarloaf Mountain with panoramic views
Lunch at all-you-can-eat buffet including Feijoada
Stops at Metropolitan Cathedral, Museum of Tomorrow, and Municipal Theater
Visit Lapa Arches and Selarón Staircase
Hotel pickup and drop-off from main hotels included

What's included

Service of driver and tour guide
Lunch served at buffet restaurant
Pickup and drop-off at main hotels in south side and downtown
Transport in air-conditioned van
Live commentary during transport
Tickets to all listed attractions

What's not included

Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Desserts available for purchase

Itinerary

1

Santuario Cristo Redentor

The tour begins with a van ride close to the summit of Christ the Redeemer, followed by climbing stairs to reach the 30-meter tall statue with 28-meter arms. Visitors spend about 80 minutes here, enjoying views of Tijuca Forest, surrounding mountains, and Guanabara Bay.

80 min

2

Floresta da Tijuca

After visiting Christ the Redeemer, the tour proceeds to Mirante Dona Marta. From this viewpoint, it is possible to see Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and the city center simultaneously. This location offers a unique opportunity for photographs and is an exclusive stop of Passeio Rio Agency. The itinerary order may be adjusted if necessary.

20 min

3

Mirante Dona Marta - Rio de Janeiro

A 20-minute stop at Mirante Dona Marta offers views of Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, and the city center, providing a prime photo opportunity.

4

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

A 20-minute visit to this 75-meter high cathedral in downtown Rio, known for its modern architecture and capacity to hold 20,000 people.

20 min

5

Maua Square

The group spends 10 minutes at Praça Mauá, a cultural area near the port with museums and historic buildings, including the Museum of Tomorrow.

10 min

6

Museu do Amanha

A 15-minute stop to view the architecture of the Museum of Tomorrow and receive information about its focus on the future of the planet and humanity.

15 min

7

Cinelandia

The tour pauses for 10 minutes at Cinelândia square, known for historic cinemas, theaters, museums, and architectural landmarks.

10 min

8

Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro

A 15-minute external visit to the Municipal Theater, inspired by the Paris Opera, featuring classical architecture, a large dome, and serving as a cultural venue for opera and ballet.

15 min

9

Lunch Buffet

Lunch is served at an all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant offering a wide range of dishes including the traditional Feijoada; drinks and desserts are not included.

50 min

10

Arcos da Lapa

A visit to the 18th-century Lapa Arches, a 270-meter long aqueduct with 42 arches, located in the lively Lapa district.

11

Escadaria Selaron

A 25-minute stop at the Selarón Staircase, which connects Lapa to Santa Teresa, decorated with over 2,000 colorful tiles along 215 steps.

25 min

12

Sugarloaf Mountain

The final stop includes an 80-minute cable car ride starting at Praia Vermelha to Morro da Urca, then onward to Sugarloaf summit, with four cable car boardings in total and extensive views of Rio.

80 min

Languages

Portuguese (guide)English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Total
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